Competition is heating up in the digital game store. Currently the market leader and frequently criticized for its commissions Steam, under the pressure of its competitors. Epic Games‘s commission from game developers 12 percent The company, which fell into a difficult situation after the announcement, was a blow to the Microsoftcame from. US company, Windows Store set new commission rates for
According to the statement made ABDThe ‘li technology giant is preparing to significantly reduce the commission received from game developers.
Microsoft Windows Store lowers commission
Game Commissions, which is the biggest problem faced by studios, first Epic Games came up with. Steam Competing directly with the company, the company announced that they will keep their commission rates low to attract game developers. Steam‘from 30 percent commission of which 12 percentThe company has managed to attract game developers with this move.
This move, which is appreciated by the developers, Epic GamesIt led him to be more willing to play games for. Still the market leader Steam, Although he was criticized a lot due to these events, he managed to leave the discussions behind. But also a blow to the company Microsoft, Windows Store came by.
Microsoft‘a Xbox Wire’da According to his statement, Windows Store in game sales made through 30 percent the commission fees, 12 percentwill be reduced to. August 1The new commission policy, which will take effect in, is expected to remove game developers from Steam.
Making a statement on the subject Microsoft, “Game developers are paramount in our goal of bringing great news to players. We want them to be successful on our platforms. A fair commission will allow developers to reach more players and make more games. This will lead to a better commercial success. ” used the expressions.
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